Northrop Grumman launches supersonic sea-skimming targets in NATO missile defence exercise
Northrop Grumman has successfully launched two GQM-163A “Coyote” supersonic sea-skimming targets from the Hebrides Launch Facility in Scotland.
NSPA awards modular GBAD system architecture contracts to Airbus, ASELSAN, Lockheed Martin UK, Raytheon, and Thales
NSPA stated that the awarding of Concept Study #1 via multiple Outline Agreements represents “a successful example of the effective governance of all Modular GBAD Support Partnership Nations.”
Hanwha begins development of next-generation radar for South Korea’s L-SAM-II missile defence system
Hanwha Systems has signed a contract with South Korea’s Agency for Defense Development (ADD) to develop a next-generation Multi-Function Radar (MFR) for the L-SAM-II system.
Red Wasp: U.S. Army boosts FIM-92 Stinger missile range with advanced ramjet propulsion
The U.S. Army has introduced a new propulsion technology for the long-serving FIM-92 Stinger missile, potentially expanding its effective range significantly.
U.S. 6th Fleet concludes Formidable Shield 2025, Europe’s largest Integrated Air and Missile Defence exercise
The U.S. 6th Fleet and Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO) have concluded the At-Sea Demonstration / Formidable Shield 2025 (ASD/FS25), Europe’s largest integrated air and missile defence (IAMD) exercise.
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu deepen defence ties with new SPY-7 radar agreement
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes Fujitsu as a supplier for a key component of the SPY-7 radar system.
First to fire: air defenders conduct first NATO live fire with SGT STOUT in Norway
Soldiers of the 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment recently joined NATO allies in the Arctic Circle for Exercise Formidable Shield 2025, putting the U.S. Army’s newest short-range air defense system, the SGT STOUT, to the test through multiple live-fire engagements.
Ukraine seeks more Patriot air defence systems in talks with Raytheon executive
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umerov has held talks with Joseph DeAntona, Vice President for Land and Air Defence Systems at Raytheon.
Denmark to acquires additional ESSM Block 2 missiles to strengthen naval air defence
The Danish Ministry of Defence has announced the acquisition of additional Evolved Sea Sparrow (ESSM) Block 2 air defence missiles for the Royal Danish Navy’s frigates.
HMS Dragon destroys supersonic missile in historic first for the Royal Navy
In a historic milestone, the Royal Navy’s HMS Dragon successfully intercepted and destroyed a supersonic missile during a live-firing exercise off the coast of Scotland.
Weibel Scientific signs largest deal for XENTA radars with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace
The XENTA radars will be integrated into the Norwegian Armed Forces’ NOMADS mobile air defence system.
Lockheed Martin expands industrial cooperation in Spain with PAC-3 MSE agreement
Lockheed Martin, a leading American defence company, has strengthened its industrial cooperation in Spain by signing a significant agreement with the Spanish Ministry of Defence.